- Protesters disrupted the world premiere of Scream 7 outside Paramount Studios in Los Angeles, demonstrating against the controversial firing of actress Melissa Barrera.
- Barrera was dropped from the film in 2023 due to Instagram posts she made regarding the Israel-Hamas war, which the production company deemed antisemitic.
- Organisations including Entertainment Labor for Palestine and Jewish Voice for Peace-Los Angeles led the boycott, with signs accusing Paramount of blacklisting actors who criticise Israel.
- Director Kevin Williamson acknowledged the protests, stating that everyone has a right to be heard, while Barrera herself appeared to respond with “I see you” on Instagram.
- Barrera's removal led to a tumultuous period for the film, with co-star Jenna Ortega and director Christopher Landon also departing, necessitating a major script overhaul before Williamson took over.
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